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Bellaire, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Bellaire is a small town in Michigan with a population of 929. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
929 Population 486/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $33,681 per capita
$182,800 Home Value $332,784 Zillow
$786 Median Rent 35.2% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 0.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$182,800 home value, $786/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $182,800
35% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.6%
12% higher than US avg
Median Rent $786
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.1%
97% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

How Bellaire Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population929
Median Age45.1 yrs
Density486/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$33,681
Unemployment0.1%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$839M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$182,800
Rent$786
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$332,784
Housing Units544
Rent Burden35.2%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property93/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity36.4%
Uninsured5.8%
Smoking13.4%
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.7 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation604 ft (184 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.6%
High School+96.0%
Graduate+10.3%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute17 min
Broadband88.8%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Bellaire a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bellaire receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bellaire offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bellaire is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.1%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bellaire is $182,800, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $786 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Bellaire is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 93 per 100,000, 95% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Bellaire has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.7 inches, including 132.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Bellaire has a population of 929 with a density of 486 people per square mile. The median age is 45.1 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

929
Total Population
486
People / sq mi
45.1yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bellaire vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bellaire vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bellaire is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Bellaire vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,681
Avg Weekly Wage$1,162
IRS Avg AGI$56,719

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.1%
97% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)388
County GDP$839M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare24
Retail64
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,661
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Drive Alone65.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bellaire is $182,800, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $786 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $332,784.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$182,800
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$332,784

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$786
32% below US avg
Rent Burden35.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.3%
Housing Units544
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,661
33% above US avg
Effective Rate2.55%
In Bellaire, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.8% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 27.9% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bellaire vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.4%
Cancer8.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep32.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.7%
Uninsured5.8%
33% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.9%
Dental Visits72.0%
Premature Death9,139/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access43.3%
Healthcare Facilities24
Bellaire has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 93 per 100,000 (95% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Bellaire vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property92.7/100K
95% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft92.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Bellaire has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.7 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.7 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall132.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation604 ft (184 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density486/sq mi
Coordinates44.9700°N, 85.2050°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26079
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 37.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.9-point margin. 88.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 42.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.6%
12% above US avg
High School+96.0%
Graduate Degree+10.3%
School Test Score5.23
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density486/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.8%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants32
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Drive Alone65.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.3%

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